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Hello, I'm your host Henry Keys, and with just days until WrestleMania, I am here today to breakdown and preview the card for this massive event. Let's get into it. WrestleMania Card: Roman Reigns vs Cesaro- Brand Warfare Match The opening match of WrestleMania will see Raw's Roman Reigns taking on SmackDown's Cesaro. The winning brand's representative will receive a world title match at any time of their choosing, and the winning brand will receive the first overall pick in the first ever WWE Draft. Cesaro has made it clear that he is fighting for SmackDown, his home, while Reigns is all business. Itami and Balor(c) vs The Wyatt Family vs #DIY- Elimination Match for the World Tag Team Titles Three of Raw's premier teams will face off in this elimination triple threat match. Both Hideo and Finn have taken a lot of punishment this week, so the stage may be set to crown new champions. By the way, the way this match will work is The Wyatts will face #DI...

This year's WrestleMania is a bit weird for me. I'm not really interested in most of the championship matches on the show, least of all the two world title matches. However, the non-title matches and most of the undercard looks very intriguing, so I'm confused on how to feel about this card. Pre-Show- Cruiserweight Title Match- Neville vs Austin Aries My Prediction: The Greatest Champion That Ever Lived When I heard this match being proposed a few months ago, I hated it. However, Aries has won me over, at least a little bit, and he's been a much better face then he was in NXT. A lot of controversy has been kicked up over this match being on the pre-show, but I don't mind. It makes the pre-show must watch, and that's always a good thing. Pre-Show- Andre the Giant Memorial Battle Royal My Prediction: BRUANNNNNNNNNNN Like there was ever any doubt. SmackDown Women's Title Match- Alexa Bliss vs Becky Lynch vs Natalya vs Mickie James vs Carmel...

Tonight is a historic night, as this is the final stop before WrestleMania and the last episode of Main Event. This show will go out with a bang, as Neville will put the Cruiserweight Title on the line against youngster Noam Dar. Plus, Dean Ambrose prepares for The Undertaker, and it's champion vs champion as Hideo Itami and Finn Balor face Chad Gable and Jason Jordan. Universe Mode Main Event March 29th, 2017 Location: San Jose, CA Dean Ambrose vs Kane The Lunatic Fringe prepared for his upcoming clash with The Undertaker by facing the Deadman's brother, the Big Red Machine, Kane. Of course, Kane faced and defeated The Undertaker inside Hell in a Cell at Summerslam last year, so if anyone could know what Ambrose was going to face, it would be him. Dean was all business on this night, avoiding the power moves and putting Kane away with a Dirty Deeds. Winner: Dean Ambrose Dean Ambrose Promo The Lunatic Fringe then got on the mic. He did little to addres...

We are now five days away from WrestleMania, and SmackDown gets ready for the Show of Shows. Tonight, WWE Champion AJ Styles will address his actions last week, that resulted in Triple H being sidelined with a serious neck injury. Intercontinental Champion Randy Orton teams up with Braun Strowman, Tyler Breeze in action and more! Universe Mode SmackDown March 28th, 2017 Location: Virginia Beach, VA Tyler Breeze vs Heath Slater Prince Pretty had been complaining a lot on social media lately about the fact that he was not booked for WrestleMania this Sunday. He cut a frustrated figure as he took on Heath Slater, a member of the Social Outcasts. Without his group to back him up, Slater quickly fell prey to an Unprettier. Winner: Tyler Breeze Tyler Breeze Promo Breeze got onto the mic after his match, once again stating his unhappiness that he was not in a big match this Sunday. However, he revealed that Daniel Bryan had relented and given him an open contract for...

It's WrestleMania week here in Universe Mode, and tonight is a big night here on Raw. Tonight, Goldberg and Samoa Joe will sign the contract to make their main event clash official. Shane McMahon has issued a no-contact clause, eager to protect his biggest match. Kevin Owens and Chris Jericho renew their partnership to take on Sami Zayn and John Cena, The Undertaker returns to Raw and more! Universe Mode Monday Night Raw March 27th, 2017 Location: New York, NY Hideo Itami vs Luke Harper vs Tommaso Ciampa This was a preview of the elimination match at WrestleMania, as members of all three teams met in a triple threat match. Luke Harper and Tommaso Ciampa formed an alliance early on, knowing that they couldn't allow Hideo to pick up momentum for the champs. This worked rather well, and it came down to Harper and Ciampa. The Pyscho Killer looked for Project Ciampa, but Harper countered and turned Tommaso inside out with a running lariat to pick up the win for th...

Apologies for Main Event being a day late. I've lost all interest in this show, and I'll be making an announcement after WrestleMania about its future. On this episode of Main Event, Brian Kendrick faces Noam Dar, with the winner receiving a Cruiserweight Title Match next week. Plus, the World's Largest Athlete Big Show in singles action and a women's tag team match. Universe Mode Main Event March 22nd, 2017 Location: Grand Rapids, MI Kalisto vs Big Show This was certainly a clash of styles, as Kalisto looked to branch out in singles competition, but ran right into the Big Show. The World's Largest Athlete showed no mercy, and although Kalisto strung some moves together, he eventually fell victim to a KO Punch. Winner: Big Show Emma and Dana Brooke vs Summer Rae and Eva Marie Emma and Dana looked to get back on the same page after facing each other on SmackDown last week, facing Raw's Summer Rae and Eva M...

Tonight is a big night for The Club, as Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson try to earn another tag team title shot. In the main event, their leader AJ Styles faces off against a vengeful Triple H. Alexa Bliss and Charlotte must team up before their collision at WrestleMania, Tyson Kidd looks for revenge and more! Universe Mode SmackDown March 21st, 2017 Location: Phoenix, AZ Cesaro vs Sheamus Cesaro will represent SmackDown in just under two weeks at WrestleMania, and looked to get in shape for that match as he faced Sheamus. The Celtic Warrior did his best, but couldn't match Cesaro's power, whiffing on a Brogue Kick and falling prey to a Neutralizer. Winner: Cesaro Cesaro Promo The Swiss Superman then requested a mic. He stated that, although he is a former WWE Champion and King of the Ring winner, the Brand Warfare Match is the biggest opportunity of his career. Not only for himself, but also for the brand that he loves, SmackDown. He must emerge victor...

We are now just under two weeks away from WrestleMania, and following the events of last week, Dean Ambrose has made a massive challenge. He wants The Undertaker at the event, in a Hell in a Cell match. The Deadman has accepted, and what a collision that will be. Plus, World Heavyweight Champion Goldberg faces Roman Reigns, Asuka is on the warpath and more! Universe Mode Monday Night Raw March 20th, 2017 Location: Seattle, WA Hype Bros vs #DIY We saw the Wyatt Family get in a warm-up match last week, and now it was Gargano and Ciampa's turn. They were very impressive as well, working over Zack Ryder for much of the match and finishing him off with a knee smash/superkick combo. Winner: #DIY The Champ Takes Back Her Title Sasha Banks had been bragging about stealing Asuka's belt last week, but her actions would come back to bite her, as the Empress of Tomorrow jumped her backstage. This was a downright mauling, taken to another level, when Asuka gave Sas...

Apologies for this post being a day late. Because this is going up on Wednesday, there will be no Main Event this week. Tonight is a very special night here on SmackDown. Tonight, the blue brand showcases some of the best talent in the world today. Tonight, eight women face off for the ultimate prize: a SmackDown's Women's Title match at WrestleMania. Who will face Alexa Bliss at the Showcase of the Immortals? It's time to find out. Universe Mode SmackDown March 14th, 2017 Location: Washington, D.C. Charlotte vs Natalya We opened the show with a battle of wrestling royalty, as Charlotte faced Natalya. Both women were slow off the start, sizing the other up. It was The Queen who made the first move, looking for her vicious Spear. Natalya saw it coming, and caught Charlotte with a big clothesline. She then locked in the patented submission hold, the Sharpshooter. It took everything she had, but Charlotte managed to escape, and then quickly locked in a Fig...

With WrestleMania now just three weeks away, this episode of Raw features a massive main event, as Samoa Joe faces Brock Lesnar. Shane McMahon has promised Lesnar that if he wins, he will be added to the World Heavyweight Title Match at WrestleMania. After losing his chance to represent Raw last week, Kevin Owens is in action, however Shane has prohibited Sami Zayn from appearing on Raw. And it's a special homecoming for the Lunatic Fringe, as Dean Ambrose looks to pick up another win. Universe Mode Monday Night Raw March 13th, 2017 Location: Cincinnati, OH Kevin Owens vs Jack Swagger Kevin Owens was an angry, driven man after the events of last week, and Jack Swagger had little chance to slow him down. Owens countered a chop block attempt, and put it away quickly with a Pop-Up Powerbomb. Winner: Kevin Owens Kevin Owens Promo He wasn't there, however, as KO demanded a mic. He called Sami Zayn a "coward", telling Zayn that Shane McMahon can...

After weeks of going back and forth, tonight it all comes to a head, as Neville faces TJ Perkins for the Cruiserweight Title. Plus, veteran Brian Kendrick teams with youngster Noam Dar and The New Day compete in six man tag team action. Universe Mode Main Event March 8th, 2017 Location: New Orleans, LA Rich Swann and Ricochet vs Brian Kendrick and Noam Dar Both teams worked well together, and it was an exciting back and forth match. Kendrick and Dar focused most of their offense on Swann, as they realized Ricochet was the bigger threat. This proved to be successful, as Kendrick connected with a Sliced Bread #2 to pick up the win. Winners: Brian Kendrick and Noam Dar The New Day vs Kane and The Ascension Xavier Woods may have been choked out by Samoa Joe on Raw, but The New Day were still feeling the power of positivity as they took on the former Team Kane. It was a great display for Big E, Kofi Kingston and Xaiver Woods, as it was Xavier picking up the win wit...

On this episode of SmackDown, it's a massive collision in the main event as the King of Swing Cesaro faces the King of Strong Style Shinsuke Nakamura. The winner will represent SmackDown in Brand Warfare against Roman Reigns. Tyson Kidd addresses the new Intercontinental Champion and more! Universe Mode SmackDown March 7th, 2017 Location: Los Angeles, CA Tyson Kidd Promo The former WWE Champion opened up SmackDown by calling out the new Intercontinental Champion, Randy Orton. Kidd was furious with The Viper's actions at Fastlane that ended up putting Baron Corbin on the shelf. Orton was not one to hang in the back, and came out to confront Tyson. He showed no remorse, saying the Lone Wolf got everything he deserved. Tyson offered to shut Orton up by having them go one and one, and surprisingly, Orton accepted, promising a beating. Fandango vs Apollo Crews Both of these men were coming off losses in their last appearances, each looking to pick up a big wi...

We are one night removed from Fastlane, where Samoa Joe earned the right to face Goldberg in the main event of WrestleMania. One man takes issue with that fact: the Beast Incarnate, Brock Lesnar. Lesnar doesn't believe Joe has what it takes to defeat Goldberg, nor that Joe is deserving of that main event spot. How will Samoa Joe respond? We'll find out tonight. Plus, it's a grudge match main event, as Kevin Owens and Roman Reigns square off. Raw GM Shane McMahon has added a special stipulation, as the winner will participate in a special Brand Warfare match at WrestleMania. The winner of that match will earn his brand the number one pick in the inaugural WWE Draft, and also will receive a world title match at the next pay-per-view. Universe Mode Monday Night Raw March 6th, 2017 Location: Lafayette, LA Finn Balor vs Luke Harper After the results of last night, where the Wyatt Family attacked #DIY, Finn Balor issued an open challenge to any member of the Wy...

It's kind of my gimmick to get upset, to think irrationally, and to swear uncontrollably for the sake of comedy. It's what we do around here. I've bought into the bandwagons, I've used the hyperbole. And along the way I've realized something: what exactly does this accomplish? It's an interesting thought process to go down, to wonder about the impact of the things we do and the things we say. And with that, I've managed to take longer to write an intro than an entire review. - Sami Zayn may have a written clause in his contract that forces him to open every pay-per-view. And I'm not complaining; the energy he brings in the ring always hypes the crowd. Samoa Joe has been great on Raw, and I'm interested to see what's planned for him at Mania. - Luke Gallows and Karl Anderson are pretty great, and got a decent match out of Enzo and Cass. Although it wasn't a clean win, I'm glad that the Good Brothers will head to WrestleMania with ...

We are here for Part 2 of Fastlane, which of course features our huge elimination tag team main event to decide the main event of WrestleMania. Plus two title matches, featuring American Alpha and Bayley. American Alpha(c) vs The Club- WWE Tag Team Title Match This may have been the biggest challenge in the title reign of Chad Gable and Jason Jordan, as was showed early on, with the challengers in control. The Machine Gun Karl Anderson showcased some impressive moves, including a Rocket Kick, and The Club seemed to be cruising towards the tag team titles. The teamwork of Gable and Jordan proved to be their savior, as they fought from behind. Jason Jordan wore down Anderson with exceptional power, before hitting a Jordan Slam for another retention. However, controversy reigned after the bell, as it appears Karl Anderson got his foot to the bottom rope in time, but the official never noticed. A controversial win for American Alpha, but a win nonetheless. Winners and still WWE ...

Fastlane has not had a good first two years of existence. Both the 2015 and 2016 versions have been two of my least favorite events of the year. There does seem to be some potential in this card, so let's get down to it. Pre-Show- Rich Swann and Akira Tozawa vs The Brian Kendrick and Noam Dar My Prediction: Heels win Man, there really is no incentive to watch these pre-show matches. Sami Zayn vs Samoa Joe My Prediction: Samoa Joe kills a man Samoa Joe is one of those rare guys that is so much better on the main roster than in NXT. Raw has absolutely nailed his character, and he has quickly become one of the biggest names on the flagship show. Sasha Banks vs Nia Jax My Prediction: The Boss is broken It currently looks as if Raw is building towards a fatal four-way at WrestleMania. If so, Nia needs to continue to be built as a legit star, sorry Sasha. Raw Tag Team Title Match- Gallows and Anderson vs Enzo and Big Cass My Prediction: The Club ain't sa...

Tonight, it is the final stop on the journey, the final twist in the path. Tonight, wars will begin, and wars will end. Unbreakable champions face unstoppable challengers, and enemies work together toward a common goal. Who will rise and who will fall? It's time to find out, as the Road to WrestleMania reaches a climax. And now, Raw and SmackDown present..................Fastlane! Universe Mode Fastlane March 5th, 2017 Location: Denver, CO Tyler Breeze vs Fandango The King of Cuteville and the Lord of Dance opened Fastlane with a big grudge match, as the former tag team partners went at it. Fandango wasted little time attacking Tyler Breeze, who seemed taken aback. It was Fandango who was in complete control for a good portion of the match, out-wrestling Breeze. The Ballroom Brawler looked several times for the Last Dance leg drop, but the former WWE Champion had it scouted. What he didn't see coming was a vicious DDT on the apron, as Fandango pulle...

A brief update for Fastlane's main event: in an effort to promote unity among the participants, it has been announced that the match will now be an elimination tag team match. As a very special treat, on this episode of Main Event, we are greeted by the Face That Runs the Place, as John Cena faces Apollo Crews in our main event. Plus, TJ Perkins and Neville meet in a tag team match. Universe Mode Main Event March 1st, 2017 Location: Pensacola, FL Roman Reigns Promo The hometown boy Roman Reigns opened this episode of Main Event by calling out Kevin Owens. Owens has gotten the jump on Reigns several times over the past few weeks, and the Big Dog was tired of it. Owens answered the challenge, but remained outside the ring. He told Roman point-blank that he will never be on KO's level, and doesn't deserve a spot on the "Kevin Owens Show". Reigns laid down a challenge for a match next week on Raw, but Owens simply laughed and walked away. Bria...